Torino confirms Giovanni Simeone will not join River Plate

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Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Torino confirms Giovanni Simeone will not join River Plate
Summary

Torino has informed Giovanni Simeone that he will not be sold to River Plate. The striker has expressed a desire to return to Argentina, where he began his career, but the club is keen to retain him. Simeone, who turns 31 next month, recently met with Torino President Urbano Cairo to discuss his future. After joining Torino from Napoli last summer, he has a contract lasting until June 2028, with an option to extend for another year. This season, he has scored 11 goals and provided two assists in 32 Serie A appearances.

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  • Giovanni Simeone desires a return to River Plate.
  • Torino asserts he is not for sale.
  • Simeone's contract runs until June 2028.
  • He scored 11 goals in Serie A this season.
  • Torino acquired him permanently from Napoli last summer.
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  • 3:35 PMYahoo SportsTorino warning Simeone won’t be sold to River Plate
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Giovanni Simeone would gladly go to River Plate, claim reports in Argentina, but Torino informed the striker today that he is not for sale.The centre-forward turns 31 next month and has been away from...

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